Monday, January 30, 2012

Sweet Mandy

Today my dog Mandy passed away. To write that sentence feels like a nightmare, but I know that it’s reality. She was 9 years young and taken away far too soon. I’m sure God has big plans for her and that’s why she left. It feels like a family member is gone and my house seems empty.

I’ll never forget the day we adopted Mandy for her previous owner. Her last words to Mandy were, “Have a good 2nd half of your life”. I know we’ve given her the best life possible and that Chase was her best buddy. She’s been around since he was only 4 months old and that’s all he’s ever known. We often called her “Princess Mandy”, because we’d never seen a dog that loved being pampered or dressed up as much as her. She loved attention and would go to anyone willing to give it to her. She was a special dog with a loving heart. I’ll never forget our sweet girl.

I’ll leave with my favorite dog quote that says it all..

"A dog has no use for fancy cars or big homes or designer clothes. Status symbol means nothing to him. A waterlogged stick will do just fine. A dog judges others not by their color or creed or class but by who they are inside. A dog doesn't care if you are rich or poor, educated or illiterate, clever or dull. Give him your heart and he will give you his."― John Grogan

65 comments:

I think losing a pet is truly one of the hardest things. They are a member of the family! I'm so sorry to hear about sweet Mandy, but I absolutely believe in doggy heaven, so I'm sure she is having a blast right now :)

I'm sooooo sorry! It's so tough. Utley is only 2, but Dakota will be 8 this year. I can't even imagine losing either of them. I like to think all the pets I had and pets in my family are all gathered together having a grand old time with my poppop. They are no longer here, but in a better place. Take care hun.

Oh Jules. I am so sorry. Loosing a fur baby is so hard. Please know that I am keeping you, Geof and Chase in my prayers. I know sweet Mandy is waiting for you now to cross the Rainbow Bridge with you one day. Love you my friend.

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you. A pet is a true member of your family. Some people don't understand that, but I can't imagine what you are feeling right now. Hang in there! xoxo.

Oh, Jules I am so sorry :( She was such a beautiful dog! And she had a great life with you guys. I'm sure she's looking down on you from doggy heaven now and grateful for the wonderful years you had together.

If you need anything at all - don't hesitate! Dogs truly are family members ♥

I am so sorry for your loss. This makes me think of my own special boy, Nicholas Nibbleby. He's been gone for seven years now, and my family has the wonderful Miss Maddie May in our lives now, but I still love and miss Nickie!! Dogs really do make an irreversible impression on your heart.

I am so terribly sorry for you. Words won't help the loss and sadness you're feeling. Know that you loved Mandy, and she loved you back just as much. Time will heal, thoughts are with you during this sad time.

UGH. JULIE. I am sooooo sorry. We lost our family dog 3 months ago and it still stings walking into the house. I feel for you. Come win a free pair of jeans in my giveaway- retail therapy!!!!! I swear by it. I wish I could give you a hug.xx-sabrinawww.samplesize16.com

I know that I am late reading this post, but I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am to hear about Mandy's passing. So much of Mandy and Chase's story reminds me of my own dogs...it hits so close to home. I had not realized that Mandy was adopted. I know that she had a wonderful 2nd half of her life with you. I know that it must be tough not seeing her sweet face everyday.

My heart is just breaking for you.We lost our dachshund of 11 years in April and I still can't talk about her without breaking down.Even though we have a new "baby",it still is so hard,knowing she is not here with us. Bless your heart,and I will pray for you...

Hi I'm Samar from Morocco ,I was viewing my blog and I just clicked "Next blog" to surf and read what others write , First blog was yours and your dog's photo attrackted me cause I love animals generally and I thought that you wrote an article about it and I said to myself "It's nice idea" I started to read and I discovered that your dog passed away , I got emotional and my eyes started to tear because from time to time I think about the day which my dog will leave me ,What I'll do and how I'll accept it?or I won't?

My dog's name is Chuky she's 11 years old and I know she is old now but her health status is good and I don't know when the time will come how I will react , And I will know then that this is her time?and that she will leave me forever or I won't even recognize it and I'll be shocked when I'll see her you know "Sleepin" , I've got alot of questions in my head and I'm afriad of that day , I feel you , Please accept my condolences

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